The public-private partnership (PPP) between Sanesul and MS Pantanal has reached a major milestone, celebrating five years of operation in Mato Grosso do Sul. Since its inception in 2021, the initiative has significantly expanded sewage coverage across the state, jumping from 46% to 75% in the 68 municipalities it serves. This represents a substantial 30 percentage point increase, marking a major victory for public health and environmental protection in the region.
Governor Eduardo Riedel highlighted that the state's progress extends beyond economic development and attracting investments. He emphasized that efficient state policies focused on the future have allowed the PPP to expand coverage in most cities, with many already achieving universal service. The governor expressed confidence that by 2028, the entire state will reach this condition, which he described as essential for health, dignity, and a better quality of life for the population.
As of March 2026, Mato Grosso do Sul achieved universal sewage coverage in 29 municipalities, defined as those with coverage rates above 90%. This year, three more cities—Ivinhema, Anaurilândia, and Selvíria—joined the list of universalized municipalities, bringing the total number of people benefiting from these services to approximately 270,000 residents.
Renato Marcílio, the president of Sanesul, stated that the numbers reflect a concrete change in the reality of municipalities and their populations. He noted that every investment in sewage infrastructure is a direct investment in public health, dignity, and the future of cities. By providing collection and treatment services, the partnership reduces diseases, increases property values, and creates a more balanced environment for future generations.
Marcílio also underscored the critical role of the PPP in enabling large-scale progress. He described it as an unprecedented project that has been continuously built and improved to ensure the best service delivery to the population. Without this partnership, he argued, it would be practically impossible to achieve the current numbers seen in Mato Grosso do Sul.
Looking ahead, MS Pantanal has announced plans for expansion works in 42 municipalities during 2026, with the delivery of over 480 kilometers of new collector networks. The work began in January and will continue throughout the year, with most deliveries concentrated in the first semester. Cities such as Caarapó, Maracaju, Nioaque, and others are scheduled for first-half deliveries, while municipalities like Água Clara, Amambai, and Chapadão do Sul are slated for the second half.
Gabriel Buim, the president of MS Pantanal, confirmed that the results demonstrate the importance of planning, continuous investment, and structured execution. He emphasized that the state has made a significant leap in sewage coverage over the past five years, which translates to improved health, environmental protection, and development for the served municipalities. The company continues to advance with new networks, household connections, treatment plants, and ongoing investments in environmental and community care.
Clayton Bezerra, the executive director of MS Pantanal, described the 2026 schedule as a strategic stage for expanding sanitation in the state. He noted that the acceleration of network implementation, household connections, and operational structures aims to provide more families with access to sewage services. Each new network delivered represents permanent infrastructure, better health, environmental protection, and improved quality of life for the population.
The Ambiental MS Pantanal concessionaire is part of the Aegea Saneamento group, which operates in 892 cities across 15 Brazilian states. In the interior of Mato Grosso do Sul, the company manages sewage collection, removal, and treatment services in 68 municipalities through the PPP with the state government and Sanesul. Based on reporting from g1.